House Manager - Private Household

The Burford Recruitment Company are recruiting on behalf of a busy and modern family who reside in the Tetbury area (GL8). Our clients are seeking an organised, proactive, and tech-savvy live-in House Manager. This multifaceted role involves managing household operations, supporting two teenage boys, and providing administrative assistance to a professional couple.

Key areas of responsibility

Administration

• Managing the family’s schedules using Microsoft Outlook.
• Organizing international travel.
• School app communications and household expenditure.
• Supporting the mother’s consultancy business administration as needed.

Childcare

• Encouraging positive behaviour and supporting academic success.
• Managing school runs and extracurricular activities (40-minute drive).
• Accompanying children to appointments and ensuring they are prepared for school activities.

Household Management

• Coordinating with the cleaner and handyman.
• Overseeing property cleanliness, maintenance, and seasonal changes.
• Managing contractor relations and obtaining quotes for services.

Cooking & Kitchen

• Planning and preparing 2-3 family meals per week.
• Grocery shopping and managing kitchen supplies.

Laundry & Wardrobe

• Managing family laundry and wardrobe organization.
• Packing assistance for family travel.

Vehicle Management

• Scheduling vehicle maintenance and cleaning.
• Driving duties as required (school runs, errands).

Pet Care

• Walking and caring for two miniature dachshunds.
• Pet sitting when required.

Requirements for the role

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Tech-savvy with proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and WhatsApp.
• Confident driver (rural and urban).
• Enhanced DBS check and checkable references.
• Right to work in the UK.
• Positive, energetic, and highly organised personality.

Additional Commitments:

• One overnight proxy parent duty per week.
• Two full weekend proxy parenting duties annually (agreed in advance).
• Approximately 45-50 hours per week with some flexibility required.

Compensation Package

• Salary: £45,000+ (dependent on experience).
• Pension contribution.
• Accommodation: Self-contained 2-bedroom annexe/cottage (all bills included).
• Automatic car provided.
• Partners welcome; a dog may be considered.

Join a welcoming and down-to-earth family team with a focus on fostering longevity and a harmonious working relationship!